Dengue has returned to central Queensland after decades away Rockhampton was free of dengue for decades, but a new case of one of the most serious mosquito-borne diseases has authorities scratching their heads.
Queensland updates medicinal cannabis laws The State Government has passed new legislation designed to streamline access for ‘seriously ill’ patients.
Medical student body resistant to newly proposed program AMSA fears boosting student numbers in Queensland will not only fail to improve doctor ratios, but worsen pressures in training.
Flood-affected areas to receive boost with GP telehealth services The Federal Government has announced it will provide essential telehealth support services for rural communities impacted by the Queensland floods.
Mandatory reporting laws pass without profession-recommended changes The final opportunity for positive change to mandatory reporting legislation has been defeated, with members of Queensland Parliament voting against the RACGP’s proposed amendments.
Everyone needs a GP: MPs receive health checks in Queensland Parliament GPs Dr Bruce Willett and Dr Krystyna de Lange visited Parliament to reinforce the need for affordable and accessible primary care, no matter how busy life may be.
Melioidosis: A deadly infection that can spread after floods What GPs need to know in the wake of recent disasters.
Queensland GP receives prestigious promotion Stephen Margolis talks about his promotion with Queensland Health, editing AJGP, and why general practice is such a satisfying career.
Queensland Parliament recommends passing mandatory reporting legislation The RACGP is extremely disappointed in the decision, which flies in the face of the college’s advocacy on the issue and multiple submissions from the medical community.
Why the Queensland mandatory reporting laws must be changed RACGP Queensland Chair Dr Bruce Willett writes about the need for doctors to safely seek the help they need.